Scottish Government FOI Index

21,864releases indexed

39,478attachments found

29.7avg calendar days

8,113partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-06-12newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,113 unclear 7,200 not held 3,069 released 1,537 already published 671 cost limit 607 clarification 349 withheld 241 transferred 77

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 4931 s.20 4280 s.34(1) 3589 s.39(2) 3481 s.30 2878 s.17(1) 2774 s.25(1) 2381 s.10(4) 1987 s.11(2) 1571 s.29(1) 1175 s.2 1158 s.3 908

Timeline

2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,279 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 967 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 923 releases · 31.0 avg days Learning Directorate 861 releases · 34.4 avg days Economic Development Directorate 729 releases · 39.9 avg days Constitution Directorate 685 releases · 36.1 avg days Population Health Directorate 645 releases · 28.7 avg days People Directorate 633 releases · 25.8 avg days

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Legislation changes to male deer close seasons: FOI release

1. The letter that Kate Forbes MSP sent to Lorna Slater, Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy, and Biodiversity, on 1 September during which she raised concerns over changes to male close seasons; and 2. Lorna Slater’s response to the above letter from Kate Forbes.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 8 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-08-13
Reference: FOI/202300380681
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Building a New Scotland publication: EIR release

On 17th October, the Scottish Government published Building a New Scotland - A stronger economy with independence. It included this statement: “With full powers, an independent Scotland could ensure the lower cost of renewables is passed through to customers, with the price of electricity more accurately reflecting our...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10 s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-08-13
Reference: FOI/202300378553
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Information regarding the Ecological Report on A90 Bridge, Glencarse: EIR release

"Please provide the following information regarding the A90 Bridge, Glencarse. What date was an Ecological Report requested following the damage to the bridge due to a lorry strike March 2023? What date was an Ecological Report conducted following the damage to the bridge due to a lorry strike March 2023? What date ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 13 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-08-13
Reference: EIR/202300381797
Directorate
Topic

Ferguson Marine Engineering Limited contract for the building of new ferries: EIR release

With regard to the document confirming which Scottish minister agreed to proceed with offering Ferguson Marine Engineering Limited a contract for the building of new ferries in October 2015 has been located and provided to Parliament". 1) Where the document was found, specifically where it had been located; 2) Who in...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 136 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings contracts s.2 s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2024-08-12
Reference: FOI/202200303955
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Balgowan Woodland creation: EIR release

I submitted a series of concerns (as advised, by email to [Name Redacted]) with regards to the above development [Balygowan Woodland Creation]. This is enclosed as an attachment - for reference. This information was submitted on Tuesday 18th April 2023. We have never received any response to the concerns raised. We ar...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 16 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1)

Published: 2024-08-12
Reference: EIR/202300372937
Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Regulation 14 of the Environmental Liability (Scotland) Regulations 2009: EIR release

Copies of all requests for action and review made under regulation 14 of the Environmental Liability (Scotland) Regulations 2009 which have been received by the Scottish Ministers, or as much information about each request as you can disclose; An explanation as to what steps, if any, were taken by the Scottish Minister...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.14 s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-08-12
Reference: EIR/202300372651
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Local Authority awareness of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC): EIR release

1. On Friday 1st September, in response to reports about the number of schools in Scotland that are affected by the presence of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC), the Cabinet Secretary for Education told BBC Scotland that “The total number of schools in Scotland affected is 35, so a relatively small number ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 4 attachments

Published: 2024-08-12
Reference: EIR/202300374568
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Springholm A75 Road Safety Campaign: EIR release

1. We wish to have a copy of Transport Scotland's document which we understand is called "Road Assessment Guidance - National Strategy for 20mph" prepared circa. June 2022 and was apparently sent to all Scottish Local Authorities. If this has been subsequently amended we also wish to have the revised guidance. 2. We w...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence s.4 s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.5 s.10 2 attachments

Published: 2024-08-12
Reference: EIR/202300376898
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Compliance register referred to in UK Forestry Standard Compliance Procedures: EIR release

Please share the compliance register referred to in this report [UK Forestry Standard Compliance Procedures].

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2024-08-05
Reference: FOI/202400421438
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Marine Protected Areas, Blue Carbon Action Plan and Warmer Homes Scotland scheme: EIR release

What progress has been made to enhance the protection of our marine environment, including through progressing implementation of a suite of management measures in Marine Protected Areas, and supporting community-led marine protection? What progress has been made on the development of a Blue Carbon Action Plan to impro...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 12 working days correspondence meetings contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.3 s.5

Published: 2024-08-02
Reference: FOI/202400422719
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Reports of illegal commercial fishing in Western Isles 2021: EIR release

“Could you please compile and provide to me a record of all reports or complaints of illegal commercial fishing in the Western Isles received by Marine Scotland in 2021. I am happy to accept redactions of individuals and vessel details within the list.”

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2024-08-01
Reference: FOI/202400421583
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Wind Turbines in Scotland: EIR release

How many wind turbines (on shore) in Scotland? Conflicting information online.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 14 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2024-07-25
Reference: FOI/202300366613
Directorate: Chief Economist Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

The UK Government's second consultation on the review of electricity market arrangements (REMA): EIR release

“Did the Scottish Government make a submission to the second [Review of Electricity Markets Arrangements] consultation? If it did, please provide the submission.”

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-07-17
Reference: EIR/202400413321
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Internal communications on presumed limit of land ownership: EIR release

Under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act, I would like to request the following information: All internal communications involving relevant Ministers, Special Advisors, or ministerial staff, relating tothe topic of a presumed limit on land ownership, from 06/05/2021 to present. Communication would include, but ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings whatsapp s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-07-15
Reference: FOI/202300377903
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Carbon Emissions Land Tax: EIR release

Information concerning interactions between the Scottish Government and the John Muir Trust on their proposals for a Carbon Emissions Land Tax, including details of of meetings, who was present at each one and a copy of the minute from each meeting. You also requested correspondence between the John Muir Trust and the ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-07-08
Reference: FOI/202400410266
Directorate: Tax Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

H100 Fife Project trial delay: EIR release

As SCOGOV are part-funding the H100 Fife trial I noted with keen interest that the project may be delayed by up to one year. I am of the view that hydrogen in a household setting is wrongheaded from both a consumer cost and safety standpoint. I am requesting that SCOGOV inform the public as to the specific reasons for ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 15 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2024-07-08
Reference: FOI/202400410929
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Renewable Heat Scheme for Homeowners: EIR release

In November 2020, the Scottish Government made available up to £4.5m cashback incentive to help people install renewable systems in their homes. Can you advise how much of this fund has been claimed by homeowners, and how much has already been granted or made available to homeowners?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2024-07-08
Reference: FOI/202400410494
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Special Development Orders (SDOs) legislation: EIR release

Information relating to the legislation pertaining to the revocation of Special Development Orders (SDOs), such as the SDO at Ardeer in Stevenson. All drafts, proposals and final versions of legislation related to the revocation of SDOs, including legislation relating to compensation claims following the revocation of...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.39 s.6 s.10 s.11(2) s.6(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-07-08
Reference: EIR/202400399229
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Correspondence relating to Wrasse Fishery: EIR release

Any information Marine Directorate (including Marine Scotland) received from NatureScot (including SNH) and any correspondence between them on the subject of wrasse since 2019. This should also include minutes of and notes from any meetings on the subject of wrasse during that period.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2024-07-02
Reference: FOI/202400415550
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Rural Payments & Inspection Division Guidance / Handbook: EIR release

Copies of RPID Inspectors guidance / handbook documents in relation to cattle/sheep identification and traceability.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 8 attachments

Published: 2024-06-25
Reference: FOI/202400399540
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

US Marine Mammal Protection Act comparability finding request: EIR release

The submission sent by the UK authorities to the US authorities, as regards marine finfish aquaculture in Scotland including references to acoustic deterrent devices (ADDs) and acoustic startle devices. All documents submitted to the US authorities in support of the MMPA comparability finding regarding Scottish finfish...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.19 s.6(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2024-06-24
Reference: FOI/202100261320
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

A8 Port Glasgow Road inspection: EIR release

With regards to the A8 trunk road at Port Glasgow you asked for the following: When was this roadway last inspected and by whom. Was it done by walking the road or driving in a vehicle? What was the outcome of this examination and what standard does the road surface have to be in before it is repaired or resurfaced?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-06-17
Reference: FOI/202400402636
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

A835 Reported Road Accidents: EIR release

The following information regarding Reported Road Casualties Scotland annual reporting. Since Police Scotland started using CRASH to record road casualty data in 2019, please advise: 1. How many of the following types of injuries / fatalities took place on the A835 at the staggered junction at Conon Bridge with the B...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 9 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments

Published: 2024-06-12
Reference: FOI/202400398961
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Tree Planting scheme A9 Berriedale Braes, Caithness: EIR release

Information regarding the tree planting scheme carried out on the A9 at Berriedale Braes after the road was realigned on the north side of the Braes to include; Details of numbers of trees planted and species types, costs of scheme, maintenance programme of the trees since planted, estimated survival percentage of tre...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.5 2 attachments

Published: 2024-06-12
Reference: FOI/202400398374
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

A83 'Rest And Be Thankful' road closures: EIR release

"The number of times the A83 'Rest And Be Thankful' has been closed, since February 16, 2022 and how many days did each period of closure last."

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-06-06
Reference: FOI/202400399673
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport